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From candidate withdrawals in FCT elections to religious prophecies targeting state governors, Nigeria's political arena confronts mounting challenges of misinformation and institutional integrity as the 2027 general elections approach.
The Independent National Electoral Commission conducts Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections alongside bye-elections in Kano and Rivers states, using the polls to implement provisions of the 2026 Electoral Act amid intense political competition.
Nigeria's governance challenges deepen as former Kaduna governor faces cybercrime charges and Osun State confronts allegations of a N13 billion ghost worker scheme, raising questions about financial oversight across state administrations.
Multiple elections across Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory and Rivers State are underway, with political analysts viewing these contests as critical indicators of party strength ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The African Democratic Congress confronts demands to zone its 2027 presidential ticket southward while the ruling All Progressives Congress celebrates a wave of defections attributed to President Tinubu's governance approach.
Federal government initiatives through the National Economic Council aim to enhance sub-national capacity and remove barriers preventing states from maximizing their economic contributions to national growth.
The ruling All Progressives Congress confronts governance challenges as it demands Osun Governor Adeleke's resignation over alleged N13.7 billion payroll fraud, while internal disputes erupt in Ondo and Ogun states amid broader national debates on electoral transparency.
From unpaid immigration attachés abroad to allegations of political marginalisation in Kaduna, Nigeria's governance structures face mounting scrutiny over accountability and the treatment of citizens and civil servants alike.
Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory prepares for Saturday's area council elections amid mounting concerns over movement restrictions and an intensifying public dispute between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Senator Ireti Kingibe over governance approach.
As the Federal Capital Territory prepares for council elections on February 21, 2026, a coalition of 70 civil society organizations demands real-time result uploads while courts defy a ministerial public holiday declaration, revealing fundamental tensions over electoral transparency.
A terrorist assault in Zamfara state killed at least 30 people while political violence during party elections in Ondo state left four dead, prompting President Tinubu to summon the state governor as security concerns escalate nationwide.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the controversial 2026 Electoral Act into law, drawing mixed reactions from political observers, civil society leaders, and opposition figures who question its implications for Nigeria's electoral integrity.
U.S. President Donald Trump launched a public attack on Supreme Court justices following the court's decision to nullify his sweeping global tariff policy, escalating constitutional tensions between the executive and judicial branches with potential implications for international trade and emerging market currencies.
Zimbabwe's ruling party spokesman asserts opposition MPs align with proposed constitutional amendments to extend President Mnangagwa's tenure, as the country grapples with governance reforms and international engagement on debt restructuring.
A US high court ruling has struck down Trump administration tariffs on South African imports, finding the president lacks legal authority for the 30% levy. The decision provides temporary relief but signals broader legal battles over executive trade powers.